ZTE Red Magic 11 Pro Review

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The ZTE Red Magic 11 Pro is a powerhouse of a smartphone that is designed to deliver exceptional performance, making it a strong competitor to the likes of the Samsung Galaxy A56 and its predecessor, the ZTE Red Magic 10S Pro. With its 144Hz AMOLED display, you can enjoy seamless gaming experiences and smooth scrolling through your favorite social media feeds. The phone's large 7500 mAh battery can easily last a day and a half with moderate use, and with 80W wired and wireless charging, you can get from 0 to 100% in just over an hour, which is perfect for a quick top-up during a long road trip. Additionally, the phone's advanced cooling system and powerful Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset make it well-suited for demanding tasks like video editing and 3D gaming. In comparison to the Samsung Galaxy A56, the ZTE Red Magic 11 Pro offers faster charging and a higher refresh rate display, making it a great option for gamers and power users. However, the phone's large size and weight may be a drawback for some users, and the lack of a headphone jack may be a concern for audiophiles.

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Outstanding

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The phone's 144Hz AMOLED display provides an exceptionally smooth visual experience, making it perfect for gaming and watching videos, and the high 1800 nits peak brightness ensures that the screen remains visible even in direct sunlight.
The large 7500 mAh battery provides all-day battery life, and with 80W wired and wireless charging, you can quickly top up your phone's battery, getting from 0 to 100% in just over an hour, which is ideal for heavy users who are always on the go.
The phone's powerful Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and up to 24GB of RAM provide lightning-fast performance, making it well-suited for demanding tasks like video editing, 3D gaming, and multitasking.

cancel Cons

The phone's large 6.85-inch size and weight may be a drawback for some users, making it difficult to use with one hand and potentially causing fatigue during extended use.
The lack of a headphone jack may be a concern for audiophiles who prefer wired audio, and the phone's single speaker may not provide the same level of audio quality as a dual-speaker setup.
The phone's camera system, while capable, may not be as versatile as some other flagships on the market, with a relatively limited ultra-wide-angle lens and no telephoto lens, which may limit its ability to capture certain types of photos and videos.

Technical Specifications

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NETWORK

Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66
5G bands	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G

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LAUNCH

Announced	2025, November 03
Status	Available. Released 2025, November 13

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BODY

Dimensions	163.8 x 76.5 x 8.9 mm (6.45 x 3.01 x 0.35 in)
Weight	230 g (8.11 oz)
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame, glass back
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

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DISPLAY

Type	AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, 2592Hz PWM, 1800 nits (peak)
Size	6.85 inches, 113.7 cm2 (~90.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution	1216 x 2688 pixels (~431 ppi density)
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass

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PLATFORM

OS	Android 16, Redmagic OS 11
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
CPU	Octa-core (2x4.6 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M)
GPU	Adreno 840

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MEMORY

Card slot	No
Internal	256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 24GB RAM

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MAIN CAMERA

Triple	50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.55", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm (ultrawide), 1/2.88", 0.61µm Auxiliary lens
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video	8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps

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SELFIE CAMERA

Single	16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.77", 1.12µm, under display
Features	HDR
Video	1080p@30/60fps

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SOUND

Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack	Yes

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COMMS

WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth	5.4, A2DP, LE
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC	Yes
Infrared port	Yes
Radio	No
USB	USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, OTG, accessory connector, DisplayPort

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FEATURES

Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

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BATTERY

Type	Si/C Li-Ion 7500 mAh
Charging	80W wired 80W wireless, 100% in 68 min

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MISC

Colors	Matte Black Cryo, Transparent Silver Subzero, Transparent Black Nightfreeze